Action Quote by William Shakespeare
“For I have neither wit, nor words, nor worth, Action, nor utterance, nor the power of speech, To stir men’s blood: I only speak right on; I tell you that which you yourselves do know;”
About This Quote
Source Play: Hamlet, Act 2, Scene 2
The speaker admits lacking eloquence but claims to speak truthfully and directly.
In simple terms: Honest speech despite limited skill.
Speak truth plainly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal confession
- dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you convey truth without flair?
- When is plain speech more powerful?
Even simple speech can move others.